How Poor is Indonesia?
Indonesia is the fourth most populous country in the world with over 260 million people, but it is also one of the poorest countries in the world.
The average Indonesian lives on just $3.50 a day, which is well below the global poverty line of $5.50 a day.
Over 60% of Indonesians live in poverty, and over 20% of the population suffers from extreme poverty.
There are many reasons for Indonesia’s poverty, including its geography, its …